Does the 2025 Audi SQ5 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$343extra a year
- Premium listed for the Premium AWD.
- All 12 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 56% of 148 SUVs (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback Premium AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Premium Plus AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| All-new TFSI Premium AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback Premium Plus AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback All-new TFSI Premium AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| All-new TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback All-new TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| All-new TFSI Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Sportback All-new TFSI Prestige AWD | 3.0L 6cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi SQ5 | Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Genesis GV80 | 2.5T Standard AWD | Premium |
| 2025 Lincoln Aviator | Premiere RWD | Premium |
| 2025 Nissan Armada | 4x2 SV | Premium |
| 2025 Ford Expedition | Active 4x2 | Regular |
| 2025 Volvo XC90 | B5 Core Bright Theme AWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree